4Warn Weather – A winter storm watch has been issued for all of Southeast Michigan from noon Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.
As we continue to monitor the developing track of an approaching low-pressure system, we are getting more confident that heavy wet snow will be possible Friday afternoon. It is worth noting that uncertainty still exists regarding where the rain/snow line will land, as warmer air filters into the state.
Highs will approach the upper 30s.
The transition zone along the rain/snow line may see a brief period of freezing rain, leading to ice accumulations up to a light glaze.
Locations that observe snow will be subject to very heavy snow rates, about of 1-2 inches per hour, over a short 3-6 hour window. Total snow accumulations of 5-8 inches are possible.
The heaviest snow rates will be possible Friday afternoon into Friday evening, and may impact the rush hour commute.
Winds could gust as high as 45 mph, making wind chill readings drop into the 20s. Winds gusting to 45 mph may result in rapid reductions to visibility with snowfall.
After the snow, we’re looking at a calmer weekend with more sunshine on Sunday than on Saturday. Highs will be in the low to mid 40s.
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